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Lake Maggiore Holidays


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Lake Maggiore holidays promise a serene escape into one of Italy’s most beautiful lake regions, where breathtaking alpine scenery meets elegant lakeside living.

Nestled at the foot of the Alps and stretching across both Italy and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore is renowned for its calm blue waters, charming waterfront towns and exquisite gardens. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or a cultural adventure, Lake Maggiore holidays offer the perfect balance of relaxation and discovery.

The shores of Lake Maggiore are dotted with pastel-coloured villages and elegant resorts, each with their own character. Stresa is the most famous, with its cobblestone streets, grand villas and timeless charm, while Verbania and Cannobio invite visitors to stroll along scenic promenades, sip coffee in lively piazzas, and soak up the lakes sophisticated atmosphere.

No holiday to Lake Maggiore is complete without a cruise to the Borromean Islands. Here you’ll find lavish palaces, ornate art collections, and spectacular botanical gardens bursting with exotic plants and vibrant blooms.

Trailfinders offers a range of Lake Maggiore holidays and our expert travel consultants can offer information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Lake Maggiore on a sociable, guided group tour or roam independently on a relaxed fly drive – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO LAKE MAGGIORE

Here’s a snapshot of some of our most popular Lake Maggiore holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, give us a call and speak to one of our expert consultants.
Italian Elegance
Luxury Guided Group Journey
12 days / 11 nights

Experience picture postcard Italy awash with colour, historic cities, rustic towns and idyllic fishing villages.

Guide Price: €4,249 £4,049 pp

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Northern Italian Lakes & Countryside
Guided Group Journey
9 days / 8 nights

Discover the Italians’ favourite holiday haunts on this irresistible Italian Lakes trip.

Guide Price: €2,495 £2,149 pp

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Best of Italy - Trafalgar Travel
Guided Group Journey
13 days / 12 nights

Discover the highlights of Italy, from the ancient treasures of Rome to the glistening waters of Lake Maggiore and Como.

Guide Price: €3,225 £2,795 pp

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Best of the Italian Lakes by Rail
Rail
12 days / 11 nights

Discover the best of the Italian lake region, beginning and ending in the glamorous city of Milan.

Guide Price: €1,959 £1,655 pp

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Italy's Five Great Lakes
Fly Drive Holiday
14 days / 13 nights

Embark on an adventure beginning with the romantic city of Verona before commencing on an exciting road trip through one of the most beautiful regions of Italy, exploring both the famous lakes and undiscovered gems.

Guide Price: €2,999 £2,449 pp

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Signature: Iconic Trains of Switzerland & Italy's Lake District
National Geographic Signature Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
10 days / 9 nights

Traverse the majestic Swiss Alps and Italian Lakes on iconic rail journeys.

Guide Price: €9899 £8649 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN LAKE MAGGIORE

We feature a great range of accommodation in Lake Maggiore, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for an elegant, waterfront hotel or a secluded, romantic retreat?

What you won’t find here are thousands of Lake Maggiore hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Villa & Palazzo Aminta
5 star

Lake Maggiore

A former mansion, the majestic Villa and Palazzo Aminta sits on the shores of beautiful Lake Maggiore, boasting panoramic views of the deep blue waters and picturesque Borromean Islands.
Castello Dal Pozzo
4 star

Lake Maggiore

The intimate Castello Dal Pozzo offers a romantic hideaway, nestled within lush grounds.
Hotel La Palma
4 star

Lake Maggiore

This serene hotel is perfectly located to get the very best views of Lake Maggiore and just steps from the town.
Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees
5 star

Lake Maggiore

Experience this elegant hotel on the shores of Lake Maggiore, delighting in the best of the Italian lake region while also rejuvenating with relaxing spa treatments.
Hotel Simplon
4 star

Lake Maggiore

Located just across the road from the sparkling, water’s edge of Lake Maggiore, guests staying at the Hotel Simplon are perfectly placed for enjoying the views, activities and nature of the lakes.

Lake Maggiore Top Tips From Our Travel Experts

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Tilly Adams

The best way to experience Lake Maggiore’s charm is from the water. Regular ferries and private boat tours connect the towns and islands, giving you incredible views of the surrounding mountains and lakeside villas.

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Carrie Hawes

Lake Maggiore is famed for its botanical gardens, from the terraced splendour of Villa Taranto in Verbania, to the lush grounds of Isola Madre. If you love flowers and peaceful walks, these are unmissable highlights!


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